An All-MAAC Second Team selection in 2017, Coss was one of six Griffs to start all 15 games last season, ranking third on the team in goals (18), assists (9) and points (27). A native of Canton, Ohio, Coss recorded multiple points in eight contests, highlighted by a pair of four-point performances against Air Force and Siena. The MAAC All-Academic Team selection finished the 2017 season tied for sixth on the team with 23 ground balls.

"Steven Coss has impressed our staff since we arrived on campus with the leadership, work ethic, and integrity that he carries in all that he does," Miyashita said. "I have supreme confidence in Steve's ability to lead and inspire his teammates as our captain for this coming season.